Originally Posted by
Notso_fastLane
The claims I've seen, and as far as I know, no studies have actually been done, is that many (not all) riders who are or were already pretty serious riders, are getting as much or more of a workout than they were before.
I know it's only anecdotal but a friend who was a regular group rider and did centuries, short tours, etc., bought an e-bike because, in his words, he didn't want to work that hard anymore. He has gained a little weight and I'm sure if he got on a road bike he would not be near the level he was before e.
Our club (400 members) has banned e-bikes. I had nothing to do with this decision and I'm ok with e-bikes on group rides if the riders are not idiots.
I am also against idiots on regular bikes.